3,000 Still Without Power After Windy Weekend

DETROIT (WWJ) – DTE Energy officials say about 3,000 residents in metro Detroit are still without power Tuesday morning after high winds blew across the state this past weekend.

Approximately 120,000 customers lost service at some point over the weekend, but 98 percent of those have had their electric service restored. The remaining outages are scattered throughout DTE Energy’s service area, mainly in Wayne, Oakland, Livingston and Tuscola counties.

DTE officials say crews have been working 16-hour shifts around the clock to restore the power. A spokesperson said workers are also being hampered by the bitterly cold conditions.

• If a customer is elderly or has a medical condition that would be adversely impacted by a power outage, they should try to make alternative accommodations with family or friends.

• During low-voltage conditions – when lights are dim and television pictures are smaller – shut off motor-driven appliances such as refrigerators to prevent overheating and possible damage. Sensitive electronic devices also should be unplugged.

• Stay out of flooded or damp basements or other areas if water is in contact with outlets or any electrically operated appliance. The water or moisture may serve as a conductor of electricity. This can cause serious or even fatal injury.